Job Description
Scheme Manager (Independent Living) - Temp role
We're looking to recruit a Scheme Manager in the Wirral to support our Social Housing client on an ongoing, temporary basis, working 35 hours per week based at one of their Independent Living Schemes (55+) with hourly rates up to £17ph.
Your new role
* Supporting residents to remain living independently as possible, encouraging involvement in scheme and community activities
* Morning calls to vulnerable residents on scheme
* Assist with lettings, viewings and inductions - ensuring residents know how to operate communal facilities
* Reviewing and updating risk assessments/support plans
* Completing referrals for aids and adaptations
* Offer low level advice and guidance in relation to arrears, housing benefit and mental health - signposting to external agencies where appropriate
* Complete routine health & safety checks and scheme inspections, including fire alarm/door testing and legionella
* Assisting with reporting repairs and liaising with maintenance/contractor teams to follow up on completed works
* Responding to enquiries from customers, family members or stakeholders
What you'll need to succeed
1. Minimum 12 months experience of working in housing with older or vulnerable people